Smoky Chickpea Chili

Ingredients

• 2 cans chickpeas, drained
• 1 can crushed tomatoes
• 1 large onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 bell peppers, diced
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• salt and pepper
• diced red onion and cilantro for garnish

Method

1. Sauté onion, garlic, and peppers in olive oil until soft, about 5 minutes.
2. Stir in tomato paste, paprika, cumin, and chili powder, cook 1 minute.
3. Add chickpeas, crushed tomatoes, and broth; bring to a simmer.
4. Simmer uncovered for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
5. Season with salt and pepper, serve with red onion and cilantro.